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<p>The Foreign and Commonwealth Office is aware of the resolution of the European
Parliament of 14 June.</p><p>I expressed my concerns on the sentence given to Mr Rajab
in my written statement of 21 February. I also reiterated the UK's call for Bahrain
to protect freedom of expression for all its citizens, in line with their international
obligations.</p><p>The British Embassy in Bahrain has closely monitored the trials
of Mr Rajab. Officials from the Embassy regularly attend Mr Rajab's court hearings,
including the handing down of the latest appeal verdict. We have raised this case
at senior levels. I am aware that there is now an opportunity for Mr Rajab's legal
team to apply for an appeal through the judicial system. Our officials will continue
to monitor the case closely.</p>
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